Join Our Talent Pool! Procurement Experts

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is building a talent pool of procurement experts for strategic projects in the UK. We seek professionals with a passion for strategic sourcing and supplier management to drive cost optimization and enhance supplier relationships across various indirect procurement categories.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement within categories such as Marketing, IT, and Professional Services.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Analytical Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

Procurement software

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Procurement Jobs

Location:

basildon, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a procurement professional looking to make a significant impact in the world of indirect procurement? We are building a talent pool of exceptional procurement experts in the UK for our strategic projects. If you have a passion for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization, we want to hear from you!

Categories of Interest:

We are seeking professionals with experience in the following indirect procurement categories:

• Marketing and Advertising
• Market Data
• IT and Telecommunications
• Professional Services
• Facilities Management
• Travel and Events
• HR and Recruitment
• Office Supplies and Equipment
• Logistics and Distribution

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and market trends.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve optimal terms and conditions.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and meet their procurement needs.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in indirect procurement within one or more of the specified categories.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent is desirable.